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Home - Forward Motion Counseling ServicesWhether we connect more deeply to ourselves or to others, healing comes from connection. FMCS is dedicated to using therapy as a means of helping people fromHome - Forward Motion Counseling Services Skip to contentAboutExpand TeamServicesFAQResourcesCareersContactClient Portal Toggle Menu Forward Motion Counseling ServicesFinding Freedom Through ConnectionRemote and In-Person Counseling serving NJAffordable, quality care from therapists in your communityWhether we connect more deeply to ourselves or to others, healing comes from connection. FMCS is dedicated to using therapy as a means of helping people from all backgrounds and experiences move forward in their healing journey.Meet the teamSchedule NowForward Motion Counseling ServicesLiberation Focused, Community Oriented, Client-Centered TherapyRemote and In-Person Counseling serving NJAffordable, quality care from therapists in your communityWhether we connect more deeply to ourselves or to others, healing comes from connection. FMCS is dedicated to using therapy as a means of helping people from all backgrounds and experiences move forward in their healing journey.Meet the teamSchedule NowForward Motion Counseling ServicesFinding Freedom Through CommunityRemote and In-Person Counseling serving NJAffordable, quality care from therapists in your communityFMCS offers affirming, liberation focused therapy virtually to clients across New Jersey and in-person at our office in Fairfield and Montclair, NJ.Meet the teamSchedule NowForward Motion Counseling ServicesFinding Freedom Through ConnectionRemote and In-Person Counseling serving NJAffordable, quality care from therapists in your communityWhether we connect more deeply to ourselves or to others, healing comes from connection. FMCS is dedicated to using therapy as a means of helping people from all backgrounds and experiences move forward in their healing journey.Meet the teamSchedule NowAt FMCS we focus onHelping Clients Find a Life Worth LivingForward Motion Counseling Services values the importance of human relationships as a vehicle for change. You might have experienced exclusion, violence, trauma, pain, or fear in your past. Some find ways of coping and thriving while others get stuck in a cycle of pain. Out of that arises recurring fears, sadness, and anger that may show up moment to moment in our lives and disrupt relationships, work, and play. At FMCS we focus on helping clients find freedom from their past traumas and move toward a life worth living.Learn More About USInsurances We Accept:Horizon Blue Cross Blue ShieldAetnaMeritian HealthCignaOut of Network BenefitsOur GoalsImprove Patient WellbeingTrain Competent TherapistsServe Our CommunityOur Therapeutic ServicesIndividual Adult TherapyIndividual Adolescent TherapyTrauma CounselingLGBTQIA+ CounselingLetters of Support for Gender Affirming CareMeet Our TeamSearch and FilterSearchAreas of Expertise Anxiety Depression LGBTQ+ Post Traumatic Growth Crisis & Safety Planning Domestic Violence Interpersonal Conflict Kink Affirming and Sex Positive Life Transitions Self Compassion Spanish SpeakingShow MoreShow LessModalities Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy Mindfulness-Based Practices Trauma-Informed & Strength-Based ApproachesShow MoreShow LessReset filtersSearchAreas of Expertise Anxiety Depression LGBTQ+ Post Traumatic Growth Crisis & Safety Planning Domestic Violence Interpersonal Conflict Kink Affirming and Sex Positive Life Transitions Self Compassion Spanish SpeakingShow MoreShow LessModalities Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy Mindfulness-Based Practices Trauma-Informed & Strength-Based ApproachesShow MoreShow LessReset filters Accepting New ClientsGenesis Encarnacion, LSWI believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. My approach to therapy centers connection, empowerment, and the belief that people are doing the best they can with the resources they have. I am passionate about supporting individuals navigating life transitions, emotional distress, identity exploration, and trauma, and I strive to create a warm…Learn more Waitlist OpenAlex ‘Lex’ Thompson, LCSWI started this practice to put my hat in the ring of improving care for people looking to heal. I would like to see therapy as affordable; affirming to all populations whether gender diverse, culturally diverse, or neurodivergent; and I would like to care for the providers who do the work of caring for their…Learn moreOur Therapeutic Services Individual Adult TherapyFor those ages 18+ we offer one-on-one telehealth sessions. Our therapists are trained in helping people navigate transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma-based conditions. We can also help explore identity concerns, sexuality, non-monogamous relationships, relationship issues, compulsive behaviors, addiction, and loss.Full Fee: $200Insurance AcceptedSliding Scale AvailableLearn more Individual Teen and Pre-Teen TherapyFor those ages 10-18. Our therapists are trained in helping explore life transitions, navigate relationship concerns, reduce body image issues, guide people in understanding their sexuality and sex education, manage social media use, alleviate stress, improve self-esteem, and encourage exploration of one’s identity and interests. We seek to offer a safe place to explore one’s…Full Fee: $200Insurance AcceptedSliding Scale AvailableLearn more Trauma CounselingWe offer therapy that addresses the unique changes that occur when you’ve experienced adverse childhood experiences (ie. divorce, a parent in jail, poverty) and trauma (ie sexual assault, natural disaster, war, and emotional/physical abuse). Your therapist will both recognize the unique emotional and perceptual changes that occur after experiencing trauma to help you recognize how…Full Fee: $200Insurance AcceptedSliding Scale AvailableLearn more LGBTQIA+ counselingTherapy for Queer People by Queer People We offer therapy that is uniquely aware of the needs of the LGBTQIA+ community. Our therapists are aware of the unique challenges faced by the community and offer support, guidance, and community connection. Example services include addressing religious trauma, reducing self-hatred based on interpersonal experiences, finding safe communities…Full Fee: $200Insurance AcceptedSliding Scale AvailableLearn more Letters of Support for Gender Affirming CareFMCS seeks to help clients interested in gender affirming care and will write letters based on the WPATH standards of care. Please be aware that WPATH standards require two letters. One from the patient’s psychotherapist (a long term relationship) and one from a mental health professional who has an evaluative role. Please be aware that…Full Fee: $200Insurance AcceptedSliding Scale AvailableLearn more Instagram Email Schedule a free consultation© 2026 Forward Motion Counseling Services | Website by Rainbow ForgeGood Faith Estimates Manage Consent To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. 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